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Nutr Neurosci September 2020 PMID 30415609

Fermented foods, the gut and mental health: a mechanistic overview with implications for depression and anxiety.

Hajara Aslam, Jessica Green, Felice N Jacka, Fiona Collier, Michael Berk, Julie Pasco, Samantha L Dawson

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Discussions reflect both recognition and curiosity, with users referencing specific biological mechanisms and foods like kimchi, and noting the need for further studies, which indicates an interest that is supported by some detailed engagement but remains cautious about definitive conclusions.

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Most discussions acknowledge the potential link between fermented foods, gut health, and mental health, indicating general agreement with the article's premise.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show a moderate interest, mentioning specific foods like kimchi and referring to mechanisms such as gut microbiota and inflammation.

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Comments include paraphrased summaries and calls for further research, demonstrating a reasonable level of thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the article influences ongoing conversations about diet and mental health but stop short of dramatic impact, emphasizing the need for more research.

Abstract in brief

  • The article discusses the connection between gut health and mental health, especially depression and anxiety, highlighting that they often occur together and may influence each other through mechanisms like inflammation, gut permeability, and neurotransmitter regulation.
  • Fermented foods are seen as functional foods because they contain beneficial microorganisms, bioactive components, and prebiotics that can improve gut microbiota, reduce immune activation, and enhance nutrition, potentially affecting mental health through the gut-brain axis.
  • While preclinical studies (in animals) suggest fermented foods might help with gut issues and mental health, there is limited and varied research in humans, indicating a need for more focused studies to understand their role in preventing or treating depression and anxiety.]
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Ronita De, PhD
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Fermented foods, the gut and mental health: a mechanistic overview with implications for depression and anxiety https://t.co/EzLG8FHuZh #INPST #NPMND

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Odalisk Flower
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@wesyang dont know about kimchi specifically, but there is a proposed link between fermented food and mood through the mechanism of gut microbiota health https://t.co/c7kDct3Xxx

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Fermented foods, the gut and mental health: a mechanistic overview with implications for depression and anxiety - PubMed https://t.co/t7wKi73C2Y

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John F. Cryan
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@22Q11_Ireland Definitely more research needed- lots ‘brewing’ though - see nice review from @FeliceJacka & colleagues https://t.co/vy6RtxwLcw

Aug 12, 2019 · 2 likes · 22,433 followers View post →
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Ronita De, PhD
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Fermented foods, the gut and mental health: a mechanistic overview with implications for depression and anxiety https://t.co/EzLG8FHuZh #INPST #NPMND

Feb 8, 2022 · 9 likes · 6 shares · 1,511 followers View post →
Mehmet Hayta
@mhmt_hyt · X

Fermente gıdalar, bağırsak mikrobiyotasını değiştirme ve bağırsak bariyerinin bütünlüğünü iyileştirme konusunda umut vaat ediyor. Ayrıca fermentasyon bileşenleri anksiyete ve depresyonu destekleyen bazı biyolojik mekanizmalar üzerinde etkili olabilir. https://t.co/HVfnaQUdxP

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DrRPalmquist
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Fermented foods, the gut and mental health: a mechanistic overview with implications for depression and anxiety - PubMed https://t.co/t7wKi73C2Y

Aug 18, 2021 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 3,163 followers View post →
Odalisk Flower
@falseworkidol · X

@wesyang dont know about kimchi specifically, but there is a proposed link between fermented food and mood through the mechanism of gut microbiota health https://t.co/c7kDct3Xxx

Aug 12, 2021 · 9 likes · 624 followers View post →
Peter Dingle (PhD)
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Dr. Mrinal Samtiya
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John F. Cryan
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@22Q11_Ireland Definitely more research needed- lots ‘brewing’ though - see nice review from @FeliceJacka & colleagues https://t.co/vy6RtxwLcw

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